Corporate Associate Public Companies and Capital Markets

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 4–6 years of experience to support its growing public companies and capital markets practice. This role includes advising public companies on regulatory and governance matters, and representing clients in a wide range of capital markets transactions. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in SEC reporting, stock exchange compliance, and a track record of working with innovative clients, especially in the technology and life sciences industries.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Advise public companies on:

  • SEC reporting requirements and regulatory compliance

  • Corporate governance and board matters

  • Disclosure obligations under federal securities laws

  • Nasdaq and NYSE listing rules

• Represent issuers and investment banks in:

  • Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)

  • Follow-on equity and debt offerings

  • Private Investments in Public Entities (PIPEs)

  • At-the-market (ATM) offerings

• Support clients with day-to-day legal issues and strategic planning

• Work closely with clients in the technology and life sciences sectors

Requirements:

• 4–6 years of legal experience focused on capital markets and public company matters

• Experience advising public companies on SEC compliance and corporate governance

• Proven ability to manage transactional work from inception through execution

• Background working with high-growth or publicly traded companies preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

• Eligibility for admission in the office location, if not already admitted

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of U.S. securities laws and stock exchange regulations

• Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple client matters and deadlines simultaneously

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Business-oriented approach to legal problem-solving

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit-based bonuses

• Monthly wellness reimbursement program

• 24/7 virtual access to emotional and behavioral health support

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees and eligible dependents

• Inclusive family-building benefits (IVF, surrogacy, adoption, egg freezing)

• Paid parental leave

• Concierge parenting support and telemedicine services

• Supportive resources for parents and caregivers, including coaching

• Backup childcare (in-home and center-based)

• Tutoring and college coaching for dependents

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

• Basic and supplemental life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Optional long-term care, critical illness, accident, and hospitalization insurance

• Voluntary pet insurance and identity theft protection

• Medicare advisory support

• Firm-paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE), bar exam preparation, and bar dues

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.